South Africa and Sharks scrumhalf Jaden Hendrikse has avoided any serious injury after being stretchered off during his team's 41–12 defeat to the Bulls over the weekend.
South Africa's defence coach Jerry Flannery says Jacques Nienaber laid the foundation for the Springboks to win two consecutive Rugby World Cup titles.
Springbok Sevens playmaker Dewald Human is looking forward to playing with his regular team members in a competitive HSBC SVNS Series after months out with injury.
Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus has unveiled a 49-man squad-including 11 uncapped players, five still in the Junior Bok ranks - for the team's first in-person alignment camp of the year, set to take place in Cape Town from 3 to 6 March.
The Springboks' full 2026 Test schedule has been confirmed, with the world champions set to kick off the season against the Barbarians in Gqeberha on Saturday, 20 June.
The Junior Springboks sent an early statement ahead of their 2026 campaign with a commanding 35-0 victory over Georgia Under-20 in Tbilisi on Sunday, powered by a dominant set piece and resolute defence.